THAI MASSAGE
Traditional Thai Massage is dynamic, fluid and deeply therapeutic. It is a spiritual practice and an ancient healing art. It is much like a gentle form of the martial arts and acts as a meditation for both giver and receiver. It brings together the asanas from Hatha Yoga, aspects of Ayurvedic medicine, Chinese Acu-point theory, Bhuddhist spiritual serenity and blends that with the rhythm, beauty, and softness of Thai culture.In Thai Massage, there is no oil used, the practitioner uses a floor mat, and the client wears comfortable attire. At a slow rhythmic pace, the body is compressed, stretched and rocked in order to relieve tension, stress and pain, improve flexibility, circulation and muscle tone and adjust the skeletal structure. The practitioner uses his hands, forearms, elbows, knees, heels and feet alternately to guide the recipient into various postures while remaining focused on ergonomics, breath, and his centre.
ACUPRESSURE
Acupressure balances the body’s energy by applying pressure to specific points along energy channels. A practitioner uses fingertips to make contact with the body. It’s the location of the contact that’s important, not the amount of pressure. Some people like firm, strong pressure, especially in areas where muscles are tight. A practitioner can adjust the amount of pressure to suit a client’s personal preference, but the effectiveness of the work does not depend on the pressure. When a finger touches an acupressure point, the energy flowing in the channel is attracted to the surface. An acupressure practitioner will hold a point until she feels a pulsation under her finger. When energy is attracted to the surface, the flow of blood increases at that location and the pulse is felt. The pulse is a confirmation that the energy is now flowing.
CLASSIC MASSAGE
This form of massage is used to overcome physical (or psychological) symptoms of tension and pain (stress, neck aches, backaches, and muscular pain), but also helps to maintain balance and a healthy body. This type of massage uses oil. The therapist applies techniques such as kneading and massages strokes to stimulate the blood circulation of the skin, connective tissue and muscular tissue. This helps to remove toxins from the body faster, and allows nutrients to penetrate deep in the tissue.